Ma Rainey – A Complete Biography
Gertrude “Ma” Rainey (born Gertrude Pridgett; April 26, 1886 – December 22, 1939) was one of the earliest and most influential professional blues singers in[…]
The Mother of the Blues: A Biography of Ma Rainey
Gertrude "Ma" Rainey (née Pridgett; April 26, 1886 – December 22, 1939) was a pivotal figure in American music, widely recognized as one of the[…]
The 10 Best Songs by Ma Rainey
Ma Rainey, often hailed as the "Mother of the Blues," was an influential figure in the early development of the blues genre. Her powerful voice[…]